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product_id: 66689272
title: "Orion 7826 EQ-1M Electronic Telescope Drive"
brand: "orion"
price: "RM64"
currency: MYR
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 5
url: https://www.desertcart.com.my/products/66689272-orion-7826-eq-1m-electronic-telescope-drive
store_origin: MY
region: Malaysia
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# Battery powered Precision tracking Motorized control Orion 7826 EQ-1M Electronic Telescope Drive

**Brand:** orion
**Price:** RM64
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🌌 Unlock the Universe, One Star at a Time!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Orion 7826 EQ-1M Electronic Telescope Drive by orion
- **How much does it cost?** RM64 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.my](https://www.desertcart.com.my/products/66689272-orion-7826-eq-1m-electronic-telescope-drive)

## Best For

- orion enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted orion brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compatible with Orion EQ-1:** Designed specifically for Orion EQ-1 mounts, ensuring a perfect fit.
- • **Customizable Speed Control:** Choose between 2x and 8x speeds for tailored stargazing.
- • **Seamless Celestial Tracking:** Experience effortless navigation through the cosmos with motorized precision.
- • **Lightweight & Portable Design:** Weighing just 1.6 pounds, take your stargazing adventures anywhere.
- • **User-Friendly Hand Controller:** Easily pause and resume your celestial journey with a simple touch.

## Overview

The Orion 7826 EQ-1M Electronic Telescope Drive is a precision mini-motor designed for seamless motorized tracking of celestial objects. It features a user-friendly hand controller with adjustable speeds and a lightweight design, making it the perfect companion for astronomy enthusiasts.

## Description

Pop one of these precision mini-motors on a compatible Orion or Celestron equatorial mount and track celestial objects automatically. It'll make observing easier and more fun! Drive provides regulated sidereal-rate tracking in right ascension. Hand controller has 8x speed and pause mode. External disengage allows coarse movement of the scope by hand with motor attached. Includes electronic motor, hand controller, and battery case. Powered by four D-cell batteries (not included).

## Features

- Precision mini-motor attaches to your Orion EQ-1 equatorial mount to allow motorized tracking of celestial objects
- Motor drive provides regulated sidereal-rate tracking in right ascension
- Hand controller has 2x and 8x speeds and pause mode
- Includes motor, controller and battery case. Runs on four D-cell batteries (not included)
- Fits Orion EQ-1 equatorial telescope mounts

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Package Dimensions L x W x H | 25.4 x 18.3 x 6.3 centimetres |
| Package Weight | 1.6 Pounds |
| Product Dimensions L x W x H | 25.4 x 6.4 x 19.1 centimetres |
| Item Weight | 1.59 Pounds |
| Brand | Orion |
| Part number | 7826 |
| Telescope Mount Description | Equatorial Mount |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Orion
- **Color:** Black
- **Display Type:** LCD or LED
- **Item Weight:** 1.6 Pounds
- **Voltage:** 6 Volts

## Images

![Orion 7826 EQ-1M Electronic Telescope Drive - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81bTYc8jfUL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 







  
  
    It works well.
  

*by J***N on Reviewed in Canada on 16 August 2021*

This telescope drive works pretty good, and you can convert it to a 12v lighting battery that will omit the plastic "d" cell holder, longer runtime and easy to do.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 







  
  
    Installation was easy and the drive runs well so far
  

*by P***G on Reviewed in the United States on 10 August 2017*

Getting ready for the solar eclipse in my own backyard!  I wanted a sidereal tracking mount for my camera that is fitted out with a homemade solar filter using Baader solar film 
  
Baader Planetarium AstroSolar Safety Film Visual, 7.9x11.4" (20x29cm)







  
  
     and a pin-camera aiming sight. Just installed this drive on an Orion Mini EQ-Tabletop 
  
Orion 9055 Min-EQ Tabletop Equatorial Telescope Mount







  
  
     EQ Mount.  Installation was easy and the drive runs well so far.  I opted to replace the battery compartment with a power supply 
  
[Upgraded Version] SoulBay Universal AC/DC Adapter Multi-Voltage Regulated Switching Power Supply with 7 Selectable Adapter Plugs, for 3V to 12V Home Electronics and USB Charging Devices - 2Amps Max







  
  
    .  I attached the EQ mount via a M10-1.5x45mm bolt and a couple of washers to a Bosch BT-160 Surveyor tripod 
  
Bosch BT160 Alum Quick Clamp Tripod







  
  
     - be sure to install a tripod spreader to keep it from splaying out too far on hard surfaces and potentially destroying valuable equipment!  I will be adding a tripod hammock soon 
  
Guerrilla Painter Tripod Stone Bag







  
  
    .  Looking good so far.
  
Baader Planetarium AstroSolar Safety Film Visual, 7.9x11.4" (20x29cm)Orion 9055 Min-EQ Tabletop Equatorial Telescope Mount[Upgraded Version] SoulBay Universal AC/DC Adapter Multi-Voltage Regulated Switching Power Supply with 7 Selectable Adapter Plugs, for 3V to 12V Home Electronics and USB Charging Devices - 2Amps MaxBosch BT160 Alum Quick Clamp TripodGuerrilla Painter Tripod Stone Bag

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 







  
  
    It Does Work... And Work Quite Well
  

*by G***N on Reviewed in the United States on 23 July 2018*

-I must admit to some disappointment when I opened up the package after this arrived about a month ago. The materials were very cheap- the battery pack in particular. The cover's the cheapest grade of vinyl, and the actual battery pack inside looked like a junior high science project (and should be handled with care as such). However, it was easy to attach to the EQ-1 mount, and lo & behold, it actually does work!-It tracks sidereal motion in real time, and even with only a fairly rough polar alignment, will allow the mount to keep objects in the field of view with just occasional adjustments to the declination. When the drive is attached, all adjustments to the RA must be done with it- the manual RA fine tuner can't be used with the drive attached- but adjusting the RA is quite easy, and the controller allows for surprisingly fine adjustments with little trouble. Just a few things to bear in mind that I've found from experience--As I said, fine tuning the RA is actually very easy with the drive attached, but there is some drift/momentum after you release the the 8x button. However, you will develop a "feel" for that (& it's not a big problem anyway).-It's a battery PIG. It uses 4 D size batteries & it goes without saying that you should invest in rechargeable batteries and a charger (if you don't already have them). I've found I can get about 2-2.5 hours out of a charge before they begin to burn out and cause the timing to lag, so if you plan to be out for any longer than that, it might be wise to pack back-ups as well.-As everyone who uses the EQ-1 mount already knows, when you lock the RA fine tuner, it will eventually run out of gearing running to the west and need to be reset. This is pretty easy to do manually at your viewing site, but not so easy to do with the drive attached and should be done at home before going to do any viewing. I've found that to do that, it's MUCH faster and easier to simply remove to drive from the mount (which is easy, as noted previously) and do it with the manual RA fine tuner (it only takes a few minutes). 1) You have the manual feel & immediately know when you've run out of gearing to the east (meaning it's reset), 2) doing it with the drive takes forever- even at 8x- and 3) you'll completely fry your batteries in the effort. As I said- much easier done manually.-The hollow cylinder that fits over the RA fine tuner post from the motor has a small hex nut (Allen keys for both that and where the motor attaches to the mount are included) that keeps the motor drive coupled to the RA fine tuner. This has to be aligned with the groove where the nut on the manual fine tuner knob would normally fit & kept pretty tight- otherwise the motor will simply spin its wheels and not work.-Before viewing, make sure that the N/S switch is tuned to the "N" or north position (if you're in the northern hemisphere). Sounds obvious, but the switch is easy to knock out of position & it's best to check before wondering why the object is quickly leaving the field of view.-Finally, it does increase your set up time some, but the battery pack can be hung from the azimuth knob on the mount, and the controller sits nicely on the tray that comes with the EQ-1.-A few caveats, but if you keep these things in mind? It's a really nice addition the EQ-1 mount and will definitely enhance your viewing experience, and with a more careful polar alignment, allow for much better and more adventurous astrophotography, as well. AND, it won't put a huge dent in your wallet in the process. I'm quite happy I bought it.-Here's a photo I took of the moon (2018/07/23) with my old Nikon D70s digital SLR (shutter speed 1/90 ISO 200) and an Orion 90 mm Maksutov-Cassegrain.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-02*